Traditionalists might balk, but the holiday shopping season is already underway. Skeptical? Head to your local department store and you'll be inundated by Christmas trees and ornaments. Bargain hunters, though, know that the real deals are more than a month away.
Black Friday, traditionally, is when retailers truly slash prices. Early birds can save hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars off of their holiday bills. Switched.com checked with a few elves, who gave a sneak peek at what you can expect deal-wise this year.
Blu-ray Players and Movies: Blu-ray is shaping up to be the biggest door buster of this year's Black Friday. de Grandpre expects at least one retailer will offer a Blu-ray player for just $49. Look for bargains on Blu-ray films as well, with last year's hit titles (such as "Iron Man") to fall as low as $5.
Laptops: With the proliferation of Netbooks this year, it's never been easier to find affordable portable computing, but Dan de Grandpre, CEO of DealNews.com says it will get even cheaper on Black Friday. Look for well-equipped Netbooks to sell for $199 – and basic 15" laptops to go for as little as $249.
HDTVs (Pretty big): The holidays are typically the best time to buy a new TV – and Black Friday is the time to do it. If you're looking for a normal sized set, you're in luck. Piper Jaffrey analyst Mitch Kaiser says he expects to see 32-inch LCD sets for as low as $299. GottaDeal.com is estimating 37-inch plasma and LCD sets will fall to $399 or less.
HDTVs (Really big): Need something bigger? How about a 46-47 inch LCD set for $599 – a 25 percent savings? Or a 52-inch LCD for $999? Dealnews says you can expect both. Plasma deals will be a little harder to come by, but a 50-inch set should run roughly $899.
HD Camcorders: You've wanted to shoot your child's school play in HD for a while, but haven't been able to spring for the pricey camcorder. This might be the year. Low-end, flash-based 720p models could drop as low as $60 (though you won't be able to zoom with those). Expect a high quality 1080p HD camcorder for $349.
GPS: While navigation systems have dramatically expanded their reach this year – even making it onto the iPhone – there's still a market for car-based systems. Dealnews predicts you'll be able to find a no-name entry-level system for $49, while a Garmin or Tom-Tom brand will be as low as $69.
Digital Picture Frames: Showcasing your digital pictures consistently gets cheaper. This year, skip the 7-inch screens and focus on the 8- or 9-inch ones, which should be available on Black Friday for as little as $30.
Monitors: Computer monitors might not be the sexiest of gifts, but they're usually welcomed with open arms – and they'll be cheap this year. Name brand 22-inch LCD models may go for as low as $99, while 24-inch models will drop below $150.
Memory: Don't know anyone who needs a monitor? External hard drives are always popular, since they're an easy way to back-up data. Dealnews expects a 1TB drive to fall as low as $49 this year. Gottadeal is looking for 8GB flash drives to hit $15.
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
retro77 said 4:09PM on 4-16-2008
I can see why he is divorcing her...she is irritating.
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jbob said 8:47AM on 4-17-2008
"IRRITATING," a typical MAN word. You forgot the usual word "PSYCHO."
lagerente said 2:18PM on 4-28-2008
Well, I would be angry too if the person I shared my life with treated me like I was some sort of leech. I believe she is being blackballed in her job and that is way low...Her husband is obviously a well-connected, powerful man...He is no saint, and the law IS manipulated by those who have the best lawyers. Go on Trish, give him a good thrashing...He is not a noble man...It sounds like he's got someone else...So sue him for adultery...And any other breach of the marital contract...Appeal everything...And get a lawyer that goes for the 33 1/3%, meaning no money unless you win...Good luck...
Lisa Wilde said 7:50PM on 4-30-2008
I think it is exhibishionistic to go on Youtube to break up with your husband. Having said this, the husband is a potty mouthed angry guy. Who would want to be married to such an angry person?
kwamwa16 said 6:16PM on 4-16-2008
If she was stupid enough to marry an older guy (for his money perhaps?) who would have her sign a pre-nup stating that he could "throw her out" of their home in 30 days, in the event of a divorce or separation, she can only blame herself. Maybe she had a hint, right there, that the guy was a jerk.
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Daniel Gaunt said 8:39AM on 4-17-2008
she's very paranoid!
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jbob said 8:46AM on 4-17-2008
This is awesome! Go for it! He is a sleeze, lying and saying he can't have sex. Why is ANYONE sticking up for him? Only another man would stick up for him. Men think they own the world!
Go girl!
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morgie said 1:07PM on 5-29-2008
Yikes, what a bitter person you are; let alone prejudice, insofar as you've pre-judged the case and the man himself. Scorched earth policy on her part won't help her in the short run, or long run, for that matter. Maybe he just tired of having sex with her. Good thing she's not a teacher because she has no class. Bet you aren't either.
TxAngelFeathers said 1:43PM on 4-22-2008
What a freakin psycho...no wonder he wants to get rid of you...I would have dumped your azz the first date....you married the guy for his money and money is all you want....your not entitled to that...he worked for that...you just married into it....you need to get on some kind of antidepressant...you look like your about to kill someone with those eyes....and the sex deal...do you not know that High Boold Pressure does cause ED.....duh...you really are stupid aren't you....go back to London and try to make a life for yourself...doing whatever you do....PSYCHO.....
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wynona said 4:38PM on 4-30-2008
You said it all for me! I totally agree with you!
TxAngelFeathers said 1:53PM on 4-22-2008
And I am a FEMALE......
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frostylisa said 9:46AM on 4-29-2008
She's somewhat retarded. Never sign a pre-nup unless you drafted one yourself! She gives us "normal" ladies a bad name. Her plastic surgeon ought to be jailed,drawn and quartered as well!
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tntho said 3:07PM on 4-28-2008
Yes she is acting out maybe to all of you that does not understand she is hurt maybe she really loved the guy and she is probally worried she signed pre-nup but if any one that signed a pre-nup and did not have a place to go you would act the same she has nothing she said she was not asking for millions and millions of dollars just a roof over her head any one of you all would do the same unless you want to live in the streets unlike her
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Melanie said 4:45PM on 4-28-2008
Regardless what you think, it shows the rich and powerful pull all the tricks out of their pocket. Money can buy you anything in this country, right or wrong. Honestly, yes may be this woman is different, but she has courage to speak out. What is happening to her happens all the time to woman with rich and powerful husbands. Are we woman that easily disposable? Shame on Mr. Philip Smith.
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Chyna said 5:42PM on 4-28-2008
I understand a woman scorned but why do you have to put everything out for evreyone and in such a high school bi polar way. I do thank you though cause it was entertaining to see it but I don't agree with how your are acting. If you really want to express how hurt you are and still be a woman with pride you fight fire with fire. Your situation is legal, fight back legally with a top notch lawyer. Take him for what you need.
But remember one thing what you put into a relationship is what you get out or in your case try to play a relationship you will get played. And you did!!!!!!!!!!
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Dan said 10:03AM on 4-30-2008
I agree with everyone who posted here. I wouldn't want to stay married to this crazy beyotch either.
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littlesparrow said 5:55PM on 4-30-2008
why talk about and offer a video when you don't have it - annoying!
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Larry said 5:40PM on 5-22-2008
From just hearing her side, it sounds like a small case of incompatibility possibly due to the age difference He has apparently met a nicer lady who is worth risking a heart attack to have sex with.
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Larry said 10:50AM on 5-24-2008
It appears to be a case of incompatibility, probably due to the age difference. He has met another woman, nicer than his present wife, and someone that he, to have sex with her, is willing to risk a heart attack..
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Lisa said 1:37PM on 9-10-2008
Okay, she's a brick shy of a full load!
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